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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in e-learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Tristan da Cunha to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to understand these promising new open education initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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